Plan Of Parliamentary Reform, In The Form Of A Catechism With Reasons For Each Article, With An Introduction (1817)

""Plan of Parliamentary Reform, in the Form of a Catechism: With Reasons for Each Article, with an Introduction"" is a political treatise written by the renowned philosopher and social reformer Jeremy Bentham in 1817. The book presents a comprehensive plan for reforming the British parliamentary system, using a question-and-answer format similar to a catechism. Bentham's proposed reforms include the abolition of rotten boroughs (electoral districts with very few voters) and the creation of new electoral districts based on population size, the extension of the right to vote to all adult males, the implementation of annual parliamentary elections, and the introduction of secret ballot voting. Each of Bentham's proposals is accompanied by a detailed explanation of its rationale, with the author arguing that his reforms would increase the democratic legitimacy of the parliamentary system and promote the interests of the general population over those of the wealthy elite. The book's introduction provides a broader context for Bentham's proposals, discussing the historical development of the British parliamentary system and the flaws that had emerged over time. Overall, ""Plan of Parliamentary Reform"" is a seminal work in the history of political thought and a key document in the ongoing struggle for democratic governance.Showing The Necessity Of Racial And The Inadequacy Of Moderate Reform.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.